PDS Estimator

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🏄 California, Illinois – Remote

🏄 California – Remote 🌽 Illinois – Remote

💵 $100k - $140k / year

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Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

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10,000+ employees

We provide commercial real estate services for corporations and investors across the globe that save money, increase productivity and improve sustainability.

📋 Description

• Develop comprehensive cost estimates and project schedules for capital projects prior to governance approval • Analyze project scope documents to identify cost drivers, potential risks, and resource requirements • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and apply appropriate cost factors based on project location, complexity, and market conditions • Create multi-scenario financial models to support decision-making during the capital planning process • Validate preliminary estimates from stakeholders and refine assumptions to ensure accuracy • Establish and maintain standardized estimation templates and tools to ensure consistency across the capital planning portfolio • Develop historical cost databases and benchmarks to improve estimation accuracy over time • Perform cost-benefit analyses and value engineering recommendations during the due diligence phase • Create project phasing strategies that align with budget cycles and operational constraints • Document estimation methodology and maintain an audit trail of cost assumptions • Partner with Project Managers to prepare and defend budget requests/approvals during the delivery phase • Develop clear documentation packages that substantiate budget adjustments and change orders • Conduct variance analyses between estimated and actual costs to continuously improve estimation accuracy • Support the change management process by providing financial impact assessments of scope modifications • Assist in developing contingency recommendations based on risk assessments • Work closely with Capital Planning Managers to enhance financial components of project intake and due diligence • Collaborate with the Global Engineering Center to incorporate technical specifications into cost estimates • Partner with Transaction and Sustainability teams to quantify financial implications of strategic initiatives • Provide estimation expertise during Capital Plan Governance Meetings to inform decision-making • Serve as a financial liaison between Capital Planning and Project Delivery teams • Identify opportunities to streamline estimation processes through technology and best practice implementation • Develop KPIs to measure estimation accuracy and drive continuous improvement • Lead training sessions on estimation methodologies for stakeholders across the organization • Stay current on market conditions and industry trends that impact project costs and timelines • Contribute to the development of estimation functionality within the AdaptiveWork Capital Planning Module

🎯 Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in construction estimation, cost management, or quantity surveying, preferably in commercial real estate • Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry standards • Proficiency in estimation software and financial modeling tools • Experience developing project schedules and identifying critical path dependencies • Demonstrated ability to analyze construction documents and extract relevant cost information • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to diverse stakeholders • Knowledge of capital planning processes and project governance frameworks • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field

🏖️ Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay